Deckhand

Summary This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Certain Personnel of the DoD Workforce to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service. About the Position: Works as a Deckhand, performing a variety of work involved in the maintenance and repair of the deck and general housekeeping functions on dredges, towboats, barges, or other floating plant vessels. This is a Permanent-Seasonal position. Learn more about this agency Duties Help Assist in docking and/or undocking to support water craft movements. Perform line lash-up between water craft and tug to ensure lines are properly secured. Follow radio instructions to ensure safe vessel operations. Maintain a clean work area to ensure a safe work environment. Clean, wash, scrub, and/or chip rust in connection with daily housekeeping and preparatory to painting. Requirements Help Conditions of employment Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation. This is a seasonal position. Seasonal employment means annually recurring periods of work that typically last six months each year, but may vary depending upon the needs of management. Seasonal positions are permanent. Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation. Must possess a valid State motor vehicle operator's license for the class of vehicle being operated based on site specific, job related requirements, and must maintain this license. Position requires a pre-employment and periodic physical examination and/or evaluation under the District Medical Surveillance Program, and may require the use of personal protective clothing or equipment. This position is subject to random drug and alcohol testing in accordance with ER 609-1-1218. Completion of DA FORM 7412 required for Certain Civilian Positions Identified Safety Sensitive Under the Department of Transportation Federal Highway Administration Rules on Drug and Alcohol Testing. During layup periods from dredging operations, incumbent may be utilized and assigned to other essential work in the District, such as repairs and maintenance of plant at the Service Base according to individual qualifications and skills. Qualifications Who May Apply: US Citizens Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. There is no specific length of training or experience required. However, you must be able to demonstrate, through experience shown in your written application materials that you possess the sufficient knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the work of this position without more than normal supervision. Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element) : Ability to do the work of a(n) Deckhand ~ without more than normal supervision. I am skilled in handling ropes and wire ropes; operating barge winches, boat winches, and/or ratchets to fleet river barges; removing chipped and/or scaling paint; performing house keeping and/or maintenance duties such as cleaning, sweeping and/or polishing. - Failure to meet this Screen out Element will result in an ineligible rating. Physical Effort : Physical effort is required in the handling of heavy equipment, and machinery. May lift up to 50 pounds or more. Work may involve long periods of standing, lifting, climbing, and walking. Working Conditions : Works both inside and outside during a variety of weather conditions and climates, including extremes of heat and cold and heavy rainfall. There is a danger of slipping from floating plant into water with possibility of physical injury or drowning. On-shore work may involve working in mud, snow, or ice, in dirty or cramped situations. Education This job does not have an education qualification requirement. Additional information Located within walking distance of Busch Stadium, home of Cardinals Baseball and Enterprise Center, home of Blues Hockey. Minutes from the world famous Gateway Arch; St. Louis Zoo and many other attractions. Lambert International Airport and Amtrak are within close proximity. Employees live in various locations in Missouri and Illinois. Commuting times vary, but are generally no more than 45 minutes one way. Transportation subsidies are available for mass transit users. There is a 1% city earnings tax charged to all who live or work in the St. Louis City limits. Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration. You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship. This position may require a 1 year probationary period during which the agency evaluates your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In making this determination, the agency may consider your performance and conduct; agency needs and interests; whether your continued employment supports organizational or Government goals; and whether it promotes the efficiency of the Federal service. Continued employment requires written certification that it advances the public interest. Direct Deposit of Pay is required. Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees. If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the Reemployed Annuitant information sheet. This is a Transportation and Distribution Career Field (CF24) position. Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement. Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement. Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest. Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution. Help A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. 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